Reflection #5

I thought you really demonstrated the effectiveness of certain strategies when speaking to others in a public forum by playing Martin Luther's speech. It was a creative and interactive way to gain our attention and give us food for thought. As a principal, it would be extremely helpful to master the art of persuasive speaking as much as possible. Making policy or curriculum changes are usually difficult for teachers to buy into - change is tough, and most people are resistant to it, even if the changes make sense and benefit the students. The way in which such changes are presented can make a big difference in how amenable staff will be towards the changes.